Many people are excited to travel by air, but someone who has dementia may find the experience overwhelming. Air travel is often necessary even with chronic and challenging health issues that could cause complications. The…
Traveling Long Distances With Dementia
Tips to Long Distance Travel With Arthritis
Arthritis is an inflammatory condition of the joints, presenting with stiffness and pain. The two most common types are rheumatoid and osteoarthritis, both of which worsen as a person ages. When traveling by ground with…
When Should Seniors Stop Driving?
A common question for many senior citizens is when they should stop driving. Age is not the only factor because mental and physical health, along with alertness and reflexes, have to be considered. A recent…
How to Find a Reliable Air Ambulance or Medical Escort When Out of Town
Whether for fun or work, many people travel to exotic destinations outside of the United States each year. Even with the most careful planning, not many consider what they would do if they suddenly became…
Most Efficient Ways to Transport the Elderly Long Distances
Moving an elderly person from one place to another is challenging. Limited mobility, dementia and other medical issues can leave a person without the ability to drive or communicate clearly. Family members and friends may…
What is an Air Medical Escort?
A medical escort is a specialized service for those who are not able to move well or otherwise need support during travel. This service is helpful when a loved one is moving from one state…
Air Ambulance History
In the modern world, helicopters and fixed-wing airplanes are used for air ambulance service. Utilizing a highly trained staff, these aircraft transport injured and sick people from remote areas to hospitals where they can receive…
The Difference Between Ambulance Services and Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
The difference between an ambulance and non-emergency medical transport services (NEMT) is a matter of urgency. When emergency help is summoned, an ambulance arrives and moves an injured or ill person to a hospital as…
10 Warning Signs That You Need to Use Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
If you have always lived independently and driven yourself to wherever you need to go, it may difficult for you to admit that you need help of Local NEMT service as you age. Adults lose…
What is a Medical Escort?
A medical escort is a rewarding career that comes with a great deal of responsibility during high-pressure situations. It requires the right type of personality to undergo the specific training and gain the experience to…